Fluorite from UK, England, County Durham, Rogerley Quarry, Diana Maria Mine
United Kingdom
Hidden Forest Pocket.
An iron rich matrix has small crudely formed dull grey Galena crystals covering the upper surface. Mixed in between the Galena's a first generation of pale green almost apple coloured Fluorites have grown. Too one side a larger deep green Fluorite twin has formed this exhibits the typical yellow purple centres that the pocket is known for.
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Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Ben Creighton | Not disclosed |
Acquired directly from UKMV | ||
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calcium fluoride with a dazzling color range, cubic and octahedral crystals, and UV fluorescence; prized by collectors for Blue John banding.Regional guide
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